Every year, United Way’s Free Tax Campaign helps thousands of struggling families in the community file their taxes and keep more of what they earned.

Last tax season alone, the campaign helped over 19,900 community members file their taxes, bringing $27.2 million back to the community in tax refunds. United Way does this work so community members can avoid the high cost of tax prep, avoid predatory tax preparers and gain access to valuable tax credits they may be eligible for, like the Earned Income Tax Credit – a federal anti-poverty measure that last year helped raise 92,000 people above the poverty line in Washington state.

Join United Way for a weekly shift from Jan. 11 – April 21; volunteers can choose from being a tax preparer or welcoming clients and connecting them to healthcare and other public benefits. Sign up now to join United Way’s talented team and help reach the people who need it most. No tax experience is needed.

The Free Tax Campaign in Federal Way is located at the EX3 Ron Sandwith Teen Center. Hours are from 6-9 p.m. on Mondays.

To learn more and register for your shift, visit uwkc.org/taxvolunteer.